Description
This program helps low-income families in PEI cover the cost of approved prescription medications.
Benefit Amount
Amount may vary.
This program helps low-income families in PEI cover the cost of approved prescription medications.
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a PEI resident with a valid PEI Health Card.
- Be a low-income family supporting at least one child under 19, or under 25 if a full-time student.
- Have filed a PEI tax return and consent to income verification via the CRA.
- If you have 1 dependent, your net annual family income to qualify must be less than $24,800.
- If you have 2 dependents, your net annual family income to qualify must be less than $27,800.
- If you have 3 dependents, your net annual family income to qualify must be less than $30,800.
- If you have 4 dependents, your net annual family income to qualify must be less than $33,800.
- If you have more than 4 dependents, add $3,000 for each additional dependent.
Application Process
- Complete the Family Health Benefit Application Form.
- Include proof of full-time enrollment for dependents aged 19–25.
- Reapply annually or if your household situation changes.